UGA VI, the revered
Churchillian English bulldog has died of congestive
heart failure. The ever
popular mascot, registered as "
UGA V's
Whatchagot Loran?", had served nine seasons roaming the Georgia sidelines, becoming the
winningest Dawg of all his predecessors. During his
herculean reign, his University of Georgia football teams compiled a record of 87 wins and 27 losses, including two SEC championships and a 7-2 bowl record. The previous record was held by
UGA IV, who posted an impressive 77-24-4 record himself. The all white bulldogs have become a famous symbol of the University of Georgia, as well as one of the most
famous icons in college football. They have worn tuxedos, been on the Senate floor, accompanied Herschel to New York to receive his Heisman, appeared in the movies, named the top mascot by Sports Illustrated, and lunged at an Auburn receiver who encroached on
UGA V's territory!
UGA VI was the biggest to serve as mascot, tipping the scales at
65 pounds, a good 20 pounds heavier than his father. This
Dawg was no welterweight, in size nor character! The announcement of his successor will be forthcoming by the
Seiler Family, the owners of the
UGA lineage, and the University Athletic Association. Not to worry Bulldog Nation, that
lineage is secure. Thanks for all the memories
UGA VI. As we say in Georgia, "
Damn Good Dawg!"
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